Devan Boyer
Lebanon,PA
Summary
Adept at concrete finishing and enhancing worksite safety, my tenure at C&S Concrete showcased my ability to lead teams in delivering high-quality commercial and residential projects. With expertise in form setting and a knack for efficient project management, I significantly reduced material wastage, ensuring projects met or exceeded client expectations. My collaborative approach and decision-making skills have been pivotal in streamlining operations and elevating client satisfaction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Finisher
C&S Concrete
12.2014 - Current
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth transitions between different phases of the concrete placement process.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Enhanced overall job site safety by ensuring proper usage of tools and equipment during concrete finishing processes.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
- Demonstrated versatility by successfully completing various types of concrete projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
- Minimized downtime during projects by properly maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery essential for efficient execution of tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper techniques and best practices for concrete finishing tasks.
- Reduced material wastage through effective use of leveling, screeding, and concrete smoothing techniques.
- Adapted quickly to changing job site requirements or unforeseen challenges without compromising quality or exceeding deadlines in completing assigned tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively managing time and resources for various concrete finishing tasks.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Maintained consistent quality in finished surfaces by meticulous attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
- Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to Number pounds.
- Supported overall project success through expert knowledge of curing times, weather conditions, and other variables affecting final results in the concrete finishing process.
- Applied concrete fabrication techniques to achieve desired project specifications, quality, and code standards.
- Upheld company reputation for excellence in the field through consistent delivery of high-quality finished surfaces that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Completed physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to Number pounds to move job materials.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining open communication with team members and supervisors on project progress.
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently addressing concerns and providing high-quality finished surfaces.
- Improved project efficiency by accurately estimating and ordering materials for concrete finishing tasks.
- Strengthened relationships with clients through clear communication, professionalism, and consistently meeting deadlines for project completion.
- Streamlined workflow on job sites by skillfully operating various pieces of heavy machinery used in the concrete finishing process.
- Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
- Troweled and finished concrete to create textured or decorative surfaces.
- Handled repairs on concrete finishing equipment, keeping tools operational.
- Cut, chipped, or sawed concrete to create desired shapes.
- Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
- Installed forms for shaping, insulating, or creating decorative effects in concrete.
- Inspected concrete structures for complete fills, defects, or damage.
- Applied sealers or waterproofing to concrete as required by project.
- Repaired damaged items using different chemicals and tools.
- Applied contraction, construction, or isolation joints in appropriate areas and situations.
Concrete Laborer
Steffy Concrete
06.2013 - 10.2014
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Operated heavy machinery such as mixers, pumps, and power tools to expedite the concrete pouring process.
- Assisted with installation of steel and anchor bolts to reinforce concrete.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Safely operated concrete-cutting and finishing drills, power saws and trowels to complete assigned tasks.
- Contributed to a clean work environment by performing daily job site cleanup tasks, promoting overall safety standards.
- Enhanced project efficiency by assisting in the setup and dismantling of concrete forms and frameworks.
- Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to Number pounds.
- Trained new laborers in crew processes and safety behaviors.
- Increased productivity through effective teamwork while carrying out tasks like grading surfaces, setting up formwork, or placing rebar reinforcements.
- Facilitated smooth transportation of ready-mix concrete from delivery trucks to designated areas using wheelbarrows or motorized buggies when necessary.
- Expedited project timelines by coordinating closely with other tradespeople such as ironworkers or carpenters during multi-disciplinary jobsites activities.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
Medical Molding
Tyco Electronics
06.2012 - 06.2013
- Maintained clean, neat and organized work area to prevent safety hazards, reducing workplace incidents Number%.
- Utilized label application equipment to label tubes, containers and boxes.
- Performed cleaning techniques by thoroughly vacuuming clean room area, removing trash and bio-hazard materials and mopping walls, ceilings and floors.
- Disinfected and sterilized equipment and containers to destroy microorganisms.
- Completed forms and equipment logs to distribute to appropriate personnel.
- Checked Product to verify quality levels and provide feedback to operators.
- Prepared Type equipment by performing sterile cleaning and conducting preventive maintenance checks.
- Adjusted Type equipment controls to regulate pressure, temperature, and flow of liquid and gases.
- Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance checks on clean room equipment and systems.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex issues, resulting in minimal downtime and increased productivity.
- Ensured customer satisfaction through strict adherence to quality control standards during each stage of the production process.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying areas for potential process improvements and suggesting solutions.
- Reduced material waste by closely monitoring raw material usage and adjusting machine settings accordingly.
- Streamlined workflow by effectively organizing workstations and maintaining a clean, clutter-free environment.
- Assisted in the training of new technicians, helping them develop essential skills for success in their roles.
- Maintained safe working conditions by adhering to company safety guidelines and performing routine equipment checks.
- Documented daily production activities, ensuring accurate record-keeping for future reference and analysis.
- Increased product consistency by calibrating equipment regularly and verifying proper functioning prior to use.
- Achieved tight deadlines by efficiently managing time and prioritizing tasks according to urgency and importance.
- Applied quality control skills by inspecting cured products for defects, assigning grades and removing unacceptable items.
- Observed continuous operation of automatic machines to guarantee products met specifications and to detect jams or malfunctions, making adjustments as necessary.
- Contacted supervisor with detailed reports on equipment requiring advanced repairs to obtain quick resolutions and return machinery back to optimal performance levels.
- Checked over casting machines prior to start of each shift to identify and resolve any issues.
- Reviewed job specifications prior to setting up casting machines to determine appropriate time and temperature settings.
- Observed manufacturer instructions when operating plastic molding and casting machines to optimize quality.
Education
HVAC Installation And Repair
Lebanon County Area Vocational Technical School
Lebanon, PA06.2012
Northern Lebanon Senior High School
Fredericksburg, PA06.2012
Plumbing Technology
Lebanon County Area Vocational Technical School
Lebanon, PA06.2012
Skills
- Concrete finishing
- Worksite safety
- Float finishing
- Bull floats
- Driveway installation
- Foundation Work
- Hand tool operation
- Screed usage
- Power Tool Operation
- Commercial construction experience
- Concrete Repair
- Hand troweling
- Broom finishing
- Power trowel operation
- Sidewalk Construction
- Form setting
- Joint cutting
- Jointers and edgers
- Trowel machinery
- Power saws
- Slab Construction
- Surface Preparation
- OSHA protocols
- Patio building
- Site preparation
- Truck chute operation
- Pitch and Depth Correction
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Surface Leveling and Smoothing
- Safety and Security
- Chipping and Grinding
- Form Setting and Alignment
- Concrete Spreading
- Weather Monitoring
- Decision-Making
- Basic Mathematics
- Anchor Bolt Installation
- Concrete Pour Facilitation
- Team Supervision
- Physical Strength
- Estimate Preparation
- Measurements and Calculations
- Equipment Inspection
- Hydraulic Concrete Breakers
- Laborer Supervision
- Driver Signaling
Timeline
Concrete Finisher
C&S Concrete
12.2014 - Current
Concrete Laborer
Steffy Concrete
06.2013 - 10.2014
Medical Molding
Tyco Electronics
06.2012 - 06.2013
HVAC Installation And Repair
Lebanon County Area Vocational Technical School
Northern Lebanon Senior High School
Plumbing Technology
Lebanon County Area Vocational Technical School